Transforming a Dated Kitchen into a Dream Space: A Story of E-Design Success
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We don't always get the chance to showcase stunning photos from our E-Design Packages, so when we do, it's something special.
Why, you ask? Well, these packages are designed as a helping hand for DIY enthusiasts or for out-of-town projects that already have an installation team ready to bring our design ideas to life. Often, we don't get the opportunity to professionally photograph the final results because homeowners are so excited to start enjoying their newly designed spaces. And who can blame them? Good design is always welcome!
But this particular E-Design package was different. We had the pleasure of being involved throughout the renovation process, complete with additional video meetings to ensure everything went smoothly.
The Clients: Newlyweds who just purchased their first home together and wanted to truly make it their own.
The Project: They had a dated, standard kitchen with minimal countertop space, no contrast in materials, and not much room to hang out. The lack of natural light made it unappealing, uninviting, and what they had was just not very functional for their lifestyle.
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The Renovation Process: To transform the space, the homeowners made significant changes, including updating the windows to allow more natural light and help the rooms feel like one cohesive space. The material selection process was a breeze because the clients already had a clear vision for what they were looking for. We assisted by designing the new layout, suggesting appliances, patterns, colors, and brand names, even sending actual samples to ensure realistic expectations on colors and textures.
The Result: We doubled the kitchen's size, brightened the space, and added much more countertop area for prepping, cooking, and hanging out. The centerpiece? A much larger island that serves as the heart of the kitchen, perfect for prepping while enjoying together. Now, the space is ready for creating enjoyable and memorable moments for a lifetime!
After: Dated Kitchen into a Dream Space
It's stories like these that remind us why we love what we do. Here's to more beautifully designed spaces and the wonderful people who make them their own!
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